Diathesis Can Be Defined As

question 112

Multiple Choice

Diathesis can be defined as:

• A)a triggering event such as stress.
• B)a disease.
• C)a predisposition for a disease.
• D)the heritability of a disease.

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Definitions:

Diabetes

A group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period due to insulin production issues or the body's response to insulin.

Graves' Disease

An autoimmune disorder that leads to overactivity of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), causing symptoms like weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and bulging eyes.

Urinary System

The bodily system responsible for the production, storage, and elimination of urine, including the kidneys, bladder, and urethra.

Diabetes

A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood due to the body's inability to produce or use insulin effectively.